Save lives from your couch by becoming a Crisis Counselor

Cause Areas

When

It's flexible! We'll work with your schedule.

Where

Remote OpportunityNew York City, NY10010

About

Crisis Text Line provides free, nationwide, 24/7 support for people in crisis, all via text message. The service is powered by volunteer Crisis Counselors who work remotely anywhere with a computer and secure internet connection. Crisis Counselors answer texts from people in crisis, bringing them from a hot moment to a cool calm through active listening, collaborative problem solving, and safety planning. Apply to volunteer at crisistextline.org/volunteer

HOW DO YOU BECOME A CRISIS COUNSELOR?

Step 1: Fill out the 30-minute application at crisistextline.org/volunteer

Step 2: Consent to a background check

Step 3: Complete the 34-hour web-based training

Step 4: Take your first shift and start changing lives! You will commit to volunteer 4 hours a week for one year. Volunteering can be done in 2 hour increments.